Philippine Railway Conference

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https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/06/19/news/dotr-seeks-asean-support-for-expansion-of-philippine-railway-network/2368912

DOTr seeks Asean support for expansion of Philippine railway network MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Transportation (DOTr) has called on Asean member states, development institutions, and investment partners to strengthen cooperation in expanding the Philippines’ railway network, saying modern rail systems are essential to sustaining economic growth and i...

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DOTr invites ASEAN expertise in building integrated PH rail system MANILA – Acting Transportation Secretary Giovanni Lopez has invited investors and development institutions in member states of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) to help build and invest in Philippine mass rail transit systems. During the ASEAN Rail Conference (RailCon) 2026 in…

DOTR urges ASEAN investors, dev't institutions to build, invest in PH mass rail transit Acting Transportation Secretary Giovanni Lopez on Wednesday urged investors and development institutions in member-states of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) to help invest and build the Philippines’ mass rail transit systems to sustain development and improve Filipinos’ lives.

🚆✨ DAY 2 IS HERE! ✨🚆

The continues today, June 19! 🌏 Together, we’re building stronger partnerships and scaling up investments for ASEAN connectivity through railways. 💡🤝

🔑 Day 2 Agenda Highlights:

💬 Panel Discussion:
💰 Innovative Funding and Partnership to Scale Up Railway Investment
- Featuring insights from Cambodia, Lao PDR, Myanmar, and Timor‑Leste

📌 Plenary Sessions:
🌐 JICA – Challenges in railway development
🏦 ADB – Innovative funding strategies
💹 AIIB – Scaling up railway investment
🌍 World Bank – PPP frameworks for rail growth

🎥 Special Feature:
📽️ Philippine Railway Project Highlights video presentation

🚆📈 Today’s sessions spotlight financing, partnerships, and investment strategies to accelerate ASEAN railway transformation.

👉 Be part of the dialogue shaping the future of railways in the region. Scan the QR code and register now at aseanrailwayconference.vfairs.com to join us live!

🚆✨ DAY 1 IS HERE! ✨🚆

The ASEAN Railway Conference 2026 officially opens today, June 18! 🎉 Together, we’re navigating our future and advancing ASEAN connectivity through railways. 🌏💡

🔑 Day 1 Agenda Highlights:

💬 Panel Discussions:

🌱 Sustainability, Resilience, and Responsiveness for a Future‑Ready Railway System
💻 Innovation and Technology to Drive Modern Railway Transformation
🛡️ Safety, Standards, and Service Excellence to Elevate Passenger Experience and Operational Performance

📊 Country Reports:

Thailand | Viet Nam | Malaysia | Indonesia | Philippines
Updates on national railway progress and future plans 🚆📈

👉 Don’t miss the chance to be part of the conversations shaping the future of ASEAN railways. Scan the QR code and register now at aseanrailwayconference.vfairs.com to join us live!

🚆🌍 Who’s Taking the Mic? 🌍🚆

✨ Featured at Panel Discussion 1: Sustainability, Resilience, and Responsiveness for a Future‑Ready Railway System is Mr. Markus Roesner, Director for Railway and Logistics at the Asian Development Bank (ADB). 🌏🎉

🔑 The ASEAN Railway Conference 2026, happening on June 18–19, will showcase Mr. Roesner’s expertise built over 29 years of professional experience, including more than 16 years at ADB. His career spans leadership in railway and transport projects across South Asia and Southeast Asia, with a strong focus on sustainability and resilience. 🚆💼

🎓 He holds a Master’s in Transportation Engineering from the Technical University of Berlin, grounding his expertise in both technical innovation and strategic project management. 📖⚙️

💡 Since joining ADB in 2008, Mr. Roesner has managed railway and road projects in Bangladesh, India, and Sri Lanka. In Southeast Asia, he led two flagship projects in the Philippines - the Malolos–Clark Railway Project and the South Commuter Railway Project, both vital sections of the North–South Commuter Railway System. 🚄

🌐 In June 2023, he was appointed Director for Railway and Logistics in ADB’s Transport Sector Office, overseeing projects in railways, metros, ports, maritime shipping, inland waterways, and aviation across Asia. His leadership reflects a commitment to building transport systems that are sustainable, resilient, and responsive to future challenges. 🌍✨

🎤 At Panel Discussion 1, Mr. Roesner will share insights on how ASEAN railways can strengthen resilience, embrace sustainability, and remain responsive to evolving passenger and freight demands. 🚆🌱

👉 Be part of this dialogue shaping the future of rail in ASEAN. Register now at aseanrailwayconference.vfairs.com.

Co‑convened with the Transportation Science Society of the Philippines - TSSP and proudly partnered with Rail Asia, official Media Partner of ASEAN RailCon 2026. 📢🤝